Description Provides direct and indirect nursing care as part of a nursing care plan or a prescribed medical regime that has been incorporated into a nursing care plan.
* Assesses an individual's basic health status, records and related health data.
* Participates in analyzing and interpreting an individual's basic health status and information.
* Documents own activities in a timely manner in the patient record.
* Provides health education to facilitate patient treatment plan.
* Actively empowers patient and family to effectively manage their health care and navigate the health care system.
* Respects and supports patient and family's cultural beliefs and values, individual needs, health goals and treatment preferences.
Participates in planning and implements nursing interventions and functions, including but not limited to:
* Administers medications ordered by a licensed prescriber
* Administers immunizations, vaccinations and allergy injections ordered by a licensed prescriber
* Conducts health screening activities
* Changes wound dressings consistent with a nursing care plan
* Performs respiratory treatments ordered by a licensed prescriber
* Performs first aid
Collaborates with all members of the health care team to ensure coordination of care as indicated.
* May act as patient flow manager
* Actively engages in creating a healthy, respectful work environment
* Participates in health activities in the community as indicated e.g.
vaccination and screening clinics
Participates in activities that ensure safe, efficient and cost effective care.
* Identifies opportunities, and solutions, to ensure a safe, efficient and cost effective practice environment.
* Demonstrates compliance with regulatory requirements
* Participates in quality and safety initiatives
* Generates innovative ideas to improve care delivery and work flow in the practice environment.
* Precepts and mentors new members of the team.
* Participates in departmental and organizational committees and initiatives.
Professional development
* Maintains and updates skills based on current nursing practice.
* Adheres to departmental requirements for required training.
* Identifies specific learning needs and goals and collaborates with nursing leadership in developing a plan to meet them.
Any and all other duties as indicated within scope of practice
Qualifications SKILLS/ABILITIES/COMPETENCIES REQUIRED: Must be realistic, objective, measurable and related to essential functions of this job.
BLS Certification
Proficiency in wound care, venipuncture, and injection administration.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
LICENSES, CERTIFICATIONS, and/or REGISTRATIONS (if applicable): Specify minimum credentials and clearly indicate if preferred or required
Current licensure as a practical nurse in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts
EDUCATION: Specify minimum education and clearly indicate if preferred or required
Graduate of an approved practical nursing program
Maintains knowledge and competencies reflective of current practice
EXPERIENCE: Specify minimum creditable years of experience and clearly indicate if preferred or required
Previous experience in Ambulatory or Primary Care, with Medical Homes preferred
EEO Statement Massachusetts General Hospital is an Affirmative Action Employer.
By embracing diverse skills, perspectives and ideas, we choose to lead.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law.
We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.
Primary Location: MA-Charlestown-MGH Charlestown HealthCare Center Work Locations: MGH Charlestown HealthCare Center 73 High Street Charlestown 02129 Job: Licensed Practical Nurse Organization: Massachusetts General Hospital(MGH) Schedule: Full-time Standard Hours: 40 Shift: Day Job Posted Shift Description: Monday - Friday
8 hour days
8:00am - 4:30pm Employee Status: Regular Recruiting Department: MGH Charlestown Health Center Job Posting: Oct 22, 2024